AFFI-GCCA Food Logistics Forum

June 5, 2011

June 7, 2011

Denver, Colorado

http://www.gcca.org

Sponsored by the American Frozen Food Institute and the Global Cold Chain Alliance.

Affixing IoT devices to pallets prior to shipment is one way carriers can track temperature of products along the way.

IoT-Enabled Pallets for Tracking Perishable Goods

IoT-enabled pallets bring together the latest in sustainable plastic pallets.

Innovation and optimization of end-of-line packaging and logistics operations provides a critical opportunity to benefit the whole supply chain.

How Transit Packaging Technology and Materials Ensure Food Industry Safety

The key to maintaining and ensuring food safety is through the strategic application of technology and advanced materials across complex global supply chains.

Over time, the right food company will experience an 8% decrease in costs with the help of transportation management experts and a 3PL provider partnership, regardless of standard rate volatility.

Combat Reduced Shipping Margins Caused by Freight Volatility

Business intelligence and efficient communication across vendors and internal departments can help facilitate adjustments to reduce margin erosion.